Student Programs
All presentations, except those for Kindergarten, are available as in-person large group or virtual classroom-based discussions.
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MARC's prevention programs for K-12 students are unique in that most services are delivered by trained graduate and undergraduate students from Bridgewater State University, in a high-status peer model. All our students are closely supervised by MARC faculty.
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We offer our anti-bullying programs to all K-12 schools in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts*. Currently, the program is grant-supported and participating schools located within about 45-60 minutes of BSU do not have to pay for it, although they are asked to cooperate with the research. These services are provided free of cost between 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. ET during the University's academic year.​
​*Student Services may still be available for schools Out of State, Out of Country, and/or outside of free coverage zone. Please inquire using our Request Form.
Bullying & Cyberbullying Programs
Bullying & Cyberbullying
Grades K-12
MARC offers schools a wide variety of programs for students, to help reduce bullying and cyberbullying. These include Assemblies, Peer Leadership training, Kids books, and research based In-Class Curricula. The goal of these programs is to raise students’ awareness and empower them to take steps to improve their social relationships and their school climate.
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Digital Behaviors Programs
Digital Behaviors Programs
Grades 6 - 12
It’s not unusual for schools today to note that social media and technology have a profound impact on students’ social relationships, behaviors, and academic performance. These resources are designed to raise students’ awareness of the impact of digital technology on social relationships, and positive and proactive ways they can have healthy friendships and a positive school climate.
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Bias & Diversity Programs
Bias & Diversity Curriculum
Grades 3 - 12
This in-class student curriculum is being designed to dovetail with the faculty training in Bias and Diversity (although it will be available to be used independently). This curriculum focuses on raising student awareness about unconscious biases that affect social relationships and mental health, and provides students with positive behaviors they can use with peers.
In Development
Pandemic SEL Programs
Pandemic SEL Resources
The coronavirus pandemic posed a significant threat to children’s mental health, as they endured approximately a year with social isolation, high screen use, and parental anxiety and stress. These resources review the research we have on the pandemic and its impact on children, including research conducted here at MARC, and practical steps and that schools and educators can take to promote children’s mental health and to maximize their recovery post-pandemic.
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Live Training Programs For Students
Live Training Programs for Students
Grades K-12
See links below for our live training programs for students.
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Research-Based In Class Curricula
Bullying & Cyberbullying Curriculum
Grades K - 12
MARC offers three research-based curricula to reduce bullying and cyberbullying: a K-5 Curriculum, a Middle School Advisory Curriculum, and a High School Cyberskills Curriculum. The middle- and high-school curricula were both updated in 2017. All three curricula are research-based with the outcomes data posted on our website. They are all free of charge for schools to use.
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Youth Events & Contests
In addition to the programs we provide, we hold contests and youth events designed to help improve school climate.
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PSA Contest This contest allows grades 5-12 students to be creative while answering a question (changed annually) that raises awareness about bullying and aggression among teens.
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Door Decoration Contest For this contest, 3rd, 4th and 5th grade students decorate their classroom doors to promote "Friendship & Kindness."
